In our daily meals, there will be a variety of different nutrients. But you may not know that the order in which you eat your food will have an impact on your weight loss goals. Let’s explore!
1 The order of eating helps with weight loss and waist measurement reduction
According to Dr. Vu Dai Duong, a regular meal consists of protein – starch – vegetables – fat – carbohydrates – vitamins – minerals – fiber. And if we understand and follow the proper order of eating, it will provide effective results for weight loss.
Usually, when it comes to weight loss, people often go on strict diets but do not achieve the desired results. Therefore, you should apply the order of eating starting with vegetables (soup, boiled, stewed, steamed, etc.) and then gradually move on to protein, fat, and carbohydrates.
This order of eating is commonly known as reverse eating. When you apply this order of eating, you will establish a healthy eating habit for yourself and achieve excellent results in weight loss.
2 Why does eating vegetables before meals help with weight loss and waist measurement reduction?
Eating vegetables before meals brings many great benefits for women. According to Dr. Vu Thi Tuyet from the National Institute of Nutrition, eating vegetables before main dishes slows down the process of digestion and absorption of food. Therefore, when you have the following main dishes, you will not be too hungry and consume less food, which helps with effective weight loss.
In addition, eating vegetables before meals has other health benefits such as:
- Helping control blood sugar levels and preventing a sudden spike in blood sugar levels
- Helping to maintain good eating habits and always provide essential nutrients to the body
3 Some tips to apply the reverse eating method effectively
To effectively achieve weight loss through the reverse eating method, here are some things to keep in mind:
- You should eat vegetables that are cooked by boiling, steaming, etc., and avoid fried vegetables that contain a lot of oil.
- You should also eat other foods that are low in fat, such as lean meat, fish, dairy products, etc., to supplement minerals and help improve skin health. Avoid consuming fruits that are high in sugar content, such as durian, as they can affect the weight loss process.
- You can freely eat vegetables and adjust the amount of meat and fish based on your weight loss goals. If you encounter difficulty in this matter, you can seek advice from a nutritionist or a fitness instructor.
- Always stay hydrated and avoid drinking sugary beverages like soda, soft drinks, etc.
- In addition to following the reverse eating method, establish a regular exercise routine such as going to the gym, jogging, etc., to help tone your body and maintain overall health.
This article shares our insights on the order of eating to achieve effective weight loss. We hope that through this article, you will have a better understanding and gain useful information about this interesting topic!
Source: Vietnamese Women’s Magazine